Hands of Light

This place is so amazing!!! Words cant explain how great my skin and my overall energy feels when I visit Shirin for facial services. She is really great at what she does and is the sweetest person. Treat yourself to any of the facial services with Shirin. You won’t be disappointed.

I met these ladies at a networking event and I am SO glad I did. Shirin is amazing. She works magic with that wax. I could not be happier with my experience!

I have to thank my bestie Kimberly for pointing me in the direction of Shirin. I had been pretty desperate for a good facial and definitely looking to go a greener route in terms of skincare. I have been battling hormonal acne for a long time and the only thing that seems to really keep it under control are regular facials. Two weeks ago I found myself there feeling particularly stressed and with an enormous zit to boot. Shirin was so welcoming and made me feel right at home. I can honestly say that it was the most relaxing facial I’ve ever had. I loved all of the homemade products and I Ieft there feeling like a million bucks. I wish I had taken a before picture of my chin. That awful zit was gone a day and a half later! My pores haven’t looked this good in ages. I’m thrilled with my results and really excited for my next appointment. I can’t stop telling people about this place. I ended up purchasing one of the toners. It is a clary sage and chicory water spray. Guys, this stuff is awesome. I swear, pick up a bottle of this because it is amazing. It has lightened my acne scars immensely. I’m so excited to get going on this new skincare journey.

My first time going to Hands of Light and it was amazing! Demi is really friendly, she has GREAT hands. Very relaxing. And she also taught me a lot about my skin and gave me a great sample to try at home. I will definitely be back soon!

You will not find a more blissful experience than spending time in the healing hands of Shirin. From facials to energy work, your appointment will leave you with not just a feeling of well loved and scrubbed but with a sense of calm serenity that will make you want to come back again and again.
I experienced the most profound energy work yesterday that left me with a goofy smile, a body totally tense free from the top of my head to the tips of my toes. and a feeling of releasing all past body/​mind-​pain I had stored for way too many years. I really could go on and on because it truly was a life changing experience for me and I am still vibrating with that energy today 8-​)
OH, and I also had a facial and pineapple peel that was wonderful! Treat yourself and make an appointment today for an hour or two of awesomeness! You will be so happy you did!

Shirin and her staff are awesome! I am reaching 30 this year and started noticing my face change some… sun spots… small wrinkles etc… I attended one of their cute workshops in this case– the chocolate facial class. We applied a chocolate mask on our face and tried out her products. There I found a good anti-​aging régime. I purchased her toner, anti-​aging serum, and moisturizer. I have been using it for two weeks now and noticed a big difference! My face is a lot firmer, smoother, and tighter. I have also been using her body butter bars and I absolutely love it! It’s now part of my daily morning and evening routine and it’s so soothing. The body bar melts in your hands and I love putting it on my feet and moisturizing them over night with my socks. Everyday I look forward to using her products they just smell so good! And is very soothing!

Shirin is excellent, she listens and gives recommendations based on my needs. This is my second time at hands of light and I can’t wait for my next. If you love yourself, you will never go any place else.

Relaxation is not my forte, I live in a constant mode of disarray and movement. Even when I get massages I am making to-​do lists for the weekend… or even ten weekends… or ten years from now.
So when I left the Hands of Light studio feeling like I was literally dancing on air I was really, really surprised. Even the rainy day traffic on 495 during rush hour could not get me down! I continued on in a woozy state of dreamlike happiness throughout the entire day.
Hands of Light is a fairly new spa located in a hidden business park right behind the hustle and bustle of Tyson’s Corner. Upon entering this labyrinth of businesses, I let my nose lead me to where I needed to go. Your senses are hit with an energizing and sweet scent before you even walk in!
I was scheduled for a 45 minute basic facial and cooling eye treatment. Shirin has been an esthetician for the past 17 years and really knows her stuff. Since this was my first facial in eons, she explained everything thoroughly so I knew what she was doing. She has a very calming demeanor but is also fun to talk to as well! More importantly she was very educated in every single product that she used on me and it’s effects. I’m super dorky and love to know exactly what product does what and why and she explained everything to me with patience. Every product that she used on me had a different scent which made my olfactory nerves go crazy with giddiness. Especially the chocolate mask! All of the products that she uses are made in house and with organic ingredients which had been an important factor in me choosing this spa in the first place. The whole treatment was super relaxing and instead of making to-​do lists in my head, the only thought was how many facials can one actually get in a month?!!
After I was finished, I was treated with a hot cup of green tea and a piece of chocolate (which was awesome because I was REALLY craving chocolate after having it massaged into my face for almost an hour). Shirin did not try to sell me any products like at other spas but her passion about her company made me want to purchase a new moisturizer for my face. She also hooked me up with samples of her all-​natural SPF and her exfoliating mask.
The best part of all of this was I only spent about $ 75 for the entire treatment ($ 50 for the facial plus $ 25 for the eyes) which is a part of their Tranquil Tuesday deals. It’s amazing that a five-​star service like this is made so it can be accessible for a variety of budgets.
I’ve already called my two sisters up to recommend they book their treatments now!

I visited Hands of Light Spa after seeing a post on a page I follow on FB. What stood to me was they don’t use chemical products and everything is natural. Being a person who tries to limit the toxins we get in our daily lives, I was pretty interested but a little apprehensive. I didn’t know if the facial would be as good as other facials I have received at other well known spas. I decided to give it a try.
Making an appointment was a breeze. I was actually able to get in the very next day and they were very flexible with their hours. When I walked in I was very impressed with the décor and calming environment. I met Shirin who examined my skin and made recommendations. I have to say the facial was incredible. I felt so at ease and relaxed. She asked me about doing an all-​natural heat mask beforehand which I said yes to and I’m really glad I did. Now I won’t say that was my favorite part because it was a little uncomfortable. However, when she took it off my face felt different. After the facial, my face was glowing! I met a friend for lunch and she even commented on it.
I’m so glad I found this place. The prices are reasonable and I got 35% off my first service without even asking! Can’t wait to go back!

I am really happy with the service I got from Hands of Light,
Demi was the one who did facial to me and that was really relaxing I am very happy with her and her service, Looking forward to go again and again

I had the most wonderful facial with Shirin this past weekend. She and her sister are incredibly welcoming and the natural approach to skin and self care was why I chose to go for my first visit. I was so relaxed when I left — the whole experience was a treat everyone should experience. I selected to try Shirin based on all the positive Unilocal reviews, they were right! Go ahead, treat yourself!

Shirin and her sister were so welcoming ! Their new spa was a oasis in the middle of a random office park. As soon as I walked in I felt welcomed and automatically relaxed. Shirin asked me questions about my skin and different scents I liked then on with the show ! I came out looking refreshed not broken out, itchy or red like other facials I have had. Will definitely be going back

Shirin is second to none! I have scheduled with her several times and also attended one of her workshops. I also currently use her ALL NATURAL skin care products. I can vouch for the moisturizer, toner, cream cleanser, and exfoliating scrub. She and her sister make all the products and they smell delicious and work wonders on my skin. I was there last night for a massage and facial and let Shirin know that I was scraping the bottom of my moisturizer and needed to purchase more. She recommended another moisturizer for my dry winter skin and I love it too!
As for the massage and facial, I’m not sure I can put into words how relaxed I was when I left there. Shirin has magical hands/​fingers. She knew exactly how much pressure and where to increase pressure while massaging my back. The facial was absolutely calming and rejuvenating. It’s winter, it’s dry, and let’s be honest… we all want to be pampered. Shirin has a calming energy that will make you feel completely restored.
I also recommend the Green Tea Eye Treatment. It’s a cold treatment but it made my dark circles nearly disappear.
Follow them on social media for updates on workshops and specials! The workshop she hosted allowed us to sample her products as well as make our own exfoliating scrub.
What are you waiting for… go schedule your appointment!

All natural, homemade products that smell delicious and do wonders for your skin. Very knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming staff. There are always great promotions running and they offer fun workshops on the weekends. Definitely come here if you’re looking for a top quality spa treatment.

I just came from having a facial with Shirin. She is the best. I always feel refreshed after seeing her. All her products are natural and smell good. You also get a massage with the facial and all your stress melts away. Always look forward to seeing her :)

I met Shirin when she was at her old spa in Arlington. I have a lot of experience with facials and am not easily impressed, so I was pleasantly surprised at how much better the experience with Shirin has been compared to numerous other aestheticians. She’s so much more than that! She seems to sense exactly what’s going on and where you need attention whether it’s a sore jaw, stress in your neck, etc. People here have commented on her calming energy and it’s so true. She has some special sense/​ability/​energy/​love that she showers on her clients. An hour with Shirin is more than a facial, it’s an experience.
When she opened her own spa, things got even better because she can focus only on what her clients need as individuals. She makes all her own products and doesn’t push them on you. (But treat yourself and buy them anyway — they’re actually cheaper than what you’d buy in a store and better for you.) I took my naysayer son there for a facial and he started using her cleanser. His acne cleared up and his skin is so much healthier. He commented that «wow, this stuff really works better» than the stuff you buy in stores.
Hands of Light — and specifically Shirin — should be at the top of your list for yourself and for gifts.

Shirin is amazing. I’ll be definitely coming back for another facial. I’m also excited to check out their other options.
Everything is made from scratch in-​house. My usually reactive skin was not bothered a bit by anything.
Not only is she a great esthetician, but Shirin also has a wonderful, calming energy. I genuinely enjoyed the conversation we had during my treatment. I felt like I was talking to an old friend!
Thanks!
–E

From start to finish, my experience at Hands of Light was easily the best I’ve had at a spa in the DMV area. I had a facial with Shirin and my skin felt & looked incredible afterwards! Not only that but the treatment is so relaxing. Shirin has a very healing energy about her. On top of all that, they make their own natural products which, having sensitive skin, I’m all for! And they smell divine! I loved the whole experience & treatment so much that I came back for a body scrub a few weeks later. Wow. Buttery soft skin & totally relaxed muscles… I left feeling like a noodle. This place is simply the best!

Shirin is the sweetest person you’ll ever meet. I have very sensitive skin and usually after a facial my skin is red. I’ve had numerous facials and microderm done by Shirin and I’m never red. Most importantly my skin is glowing! She makes all her products and it smells AMAZING! Right now I am using her aloe and mint moisturizer day and night and have noticed my complexion has improved. Her body butter/​body moisturizer has coconut oil and that stuff works wonders and keeps you hydrated. Like everyone should know the trend with coconut oil, it’s soo good for you and has great health benefits.
She runs specials frequently and once she has your email address, you get all the good deals she’s running which is awesome!
Overall she is my go to for skincare and she definitely deserves my first review! Go check her out now! You won’t regret!

I bought a LivingSocial for a 1 hour organic facial and this was my first time going and all I can say is A-​M-​A-​Z-​I-​N-​G!!! She was so sweet and genuinely nice! You will not be disappointed at all! The best facial I ha e ever got! I will def return!
New location:
8300 Old Courthouse Road, Suite 240
Vienna, VA 22 182

I, personally, have not seen Shirin for any facials, but she did do a demonstration/​tutorial presentation with her sister at Spark Yoga a few weeks ago and I’ve been hooked on making my own facial scrubs and using rosewater ever since then. She and her sister are very knowledgeable about the skin and what ingredients are best for combating dry skin, breakouts, and etc. I thoroughly enjoyed her presentation and was lucky enough to get a few samples of the scrubs that they had prepared in advance. I have tried the kiwi cucumber and brown sugar scrubs so far and my face has been glowing ever since. Shirin and her sister are also very personable and are willing to answer all your questions.
I haven’t had a chance to schedule a facial with her yet, but I would definitely see her without hesitation. After listening to them, I’ve stopped using my expensive facial scrubs and have been inspired to start making my own scrubs with organic ingredients and using rose water in my everyday skin régime. I’ve cut my régime in half and it feels great to use all natural products on my skin now. Give her a chance! These ladies know what they’re talking about.

Bought a Groupon deal for a 45 minute facial and absolutely loved her. Super sweet and knowledgeable. I was told she has two offices, one in Fairfax and one in Arlington.
I’ve been very reluctant to getting another facial (after having broken out a few times after other skin care visits), but everything Shirin uses is organic. I look forward to my next visit.